Galatasaray close to signing Lesley Ugochukwu, also linked to Davinson Sanchez

Galatasaray is in the final stages of completing a deal for French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Reports say the club will take the 22‑year‑old on loan from Burnley for a fee of about €6.4 million, with a purchase option of €23.4 million that becomes mandatory after he makes 25 appearances. The player is expected to travel to Istanbul for medical checks and then sign a five‑year contract. Multiple sources, including Fabrizio Romano and Turkish media, confirm the financial terms and that the transfer will strengthen Okan Buruk’s midfield.

At the same time, Galatasaray’s defensive plans involve Colombian centre‑back Davinson Sanchez. Serie A side Como has increased its offer to €25 million plus bonuses, but the Turkish club has indicated it wants to retain Sanchez, viewing him as a key part of the back line and has set a threshold of €35 million for any acceptable bid. Both negotiations illustrate Galatasaray’s active summer market as it prepares for domestic and European competition.